Qureos Mentor

Dallas County

JOB DESCRIPTION
 Provides support and expertise to the Assistant District Attorney in investigating moderate to complex level cases and cases requiring special skills.
 
Management Scope: May train and/or supervise staff.
 
GRANT FUNDED POSITION
 
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Must have successfully maintained all State of Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (TCOLE) certification as an Intermediate Peace Officer and be proficient in the use of a firearm.”
 RESPONSIBILITIES
 1. Assists the Assistant District Attorney in gathering pertinent data, identifying significant factors and recognizing solutions for moderate to complex or specialized cases.
 
2. Locates and develops evidence to assist in plea negotiations.
 
3. Works independently in planning and organizing work as part of a trial or section and in preparing cases for disposition.
 
4. Assists in reconstructing events, sequences, and time elements in preparation of criminal cases.
 
5. Locates, interviews, and notifies witnesses of trial dates by means of serving subpoenas, summons, and writs, and/or making arrests and coordinates transportation and lodging of trial witnesses, and checks background of witnesses that may be used during trial.
 
6. Collects and prepares physical evidence for trial and reviews various reports such as medical autopsy and forensic reports as part of the investigative process.
 
7. Assists the Assistant District Attorney during the jury selection and trial phases.
 
8. Trains Level I investigators and/or Legal Assistants; and acts as lead when more than one Investigator is required
 
9. Performs other duties as assigned.
 QUALIFICATIONS
 
Education, Experience and Training: 
Must have passed a general educational development (GED) or hold a high school diploma. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a job related field of study. Two (2) years peace officer experience, OR Intermediate Peace Officer Certificate from T.C.L.E.O.S.E. and no experience.
 
Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 
Must be a Certified Peace Officer and proficient in the use of a firearm. Knowledgeable of investigative techniques and ability to communicate both verbally and in writing with a diverse group of individuals. Skilled at applying interviewing techniques while assisting the prosecutors in adverse or hostile conditions. Must pass criminal background investigation. This position may require successful completion of a polygraph exam, psychological exam, physical exam and extensive background investigation and is subject to random, unannounced drug/alcohol testing.
 
Physical/Environmental Requirements: 
Standard office environment 50% of the time with the remainder of time spent in a typical law enforcement street environment.

0000008313.INVESTIGATOR II (SENIOR).NORTH TEXAS ANTI-GANG CENTER

JOB DESCRIPTION
 Provides support and expertise to the Assistant District Attorney in investigating moderate to complex level cases and cases requiring special skills.
 
Management Scope: May train and/or supervise staff.
 RESPONSIBILITIES
 1. Assists the Assistant District Attorney in gathering pertinent data, identifying significant factors and recognizing solutions for moderate to complex or specialized cases.
 
2. Locates and develops evidence to assist in plea negotiations.
 
3. Works independently in planning and organizing work as part of a trial or section and in preparing cases for disposition.
 
4. Assists in reconstructing events, sequences, and time elements in preparation of criminal cases.
 
5. Locates, interviews, and notifies witnesses of trial dates by means of serving subpoenas, summons, and writs, and/or making arrests and coordinates transportation and lodging of trial witnesses, and checks background of witnesses that may be used during trial.
 
6. Collects and prepares physical evidence for trial and reviews various reports such as medical autopsy and forensic reports as part of the investigative process.
 
7. Assists the Assistant District Attorney during the jury selection and trial phases.
 
8. Trains Level I investigators and/or Legal Assistants; and acts as lead when more than one Investigator is required
 
9. Performs other duties as assigned.
 QUALIFICATIONS
 
Education, Experience and Training: 
Must have passed a general educational development (GED) or hold a high school diploma. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a job related field of study. Two (2) years peace officer experience, OR Intermediate Peace Officer Certificate from T.C.L.E.O.S.E. and no experience.
 
Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 
Must be a Certified Peace Officer and proficient in the use of a firearm. Knowledgeable of investigative techniques and ability to communicate both verbally and in writing with a diverse group of individuals. Skilled at applying interviewing techniques while assisting the prosecutors in adverse or hostile conditions. Must pass criminal background investigation. This position may require successful completion of a polygraph exam, psychological exam, physical exam and extensive background investigation and is subject to random, unannounced drug/alcohol testing.
 
Physical/Environmental Requirements: 
Standard office environment 50% of the time with the remainder of time spent in a typical law enforcement street environment.

0000004267.INVESTIGATOR II (SENIOR).DISTRICT ATTORNEY 'S OFFICE

JOB DESCRIPTION
 Working under immediate supervision, performs entry-level legal work of a routine nature. Work involves litigation and legal research; drafting legal documents; and interpreting laws, rules, and regulations OR prosecutes misdemeanor cases in assigned court. Performs case evaluation, preparation and management; represents the state/client in pre-trial and evidentiary hearings and jury/court trials; and ensures effective communication with defense attorneys, court personnel, victims and family members, witnesses and other interested parties. Receives level of oversight, training and supervision based on experience and expertise in misdemeanor prosecution.
 RESPONSIBILITIES
 
1. Evaluates assigned cases or lawsuits by: 
 reviewing documentation,
 
 conducting necessary legal research on applicable laws,
 
 interviewing witnesses or persons with knowledge of the cases,
 
 gathering evidence, and
 
 determining most appropriate action(s) to be taken.
 
2. Drafts, files and responds to necessary motions, briefs or other legal documents for trials and/or hearings.
 
3. Explains legal process to potential witnesses, prepares witnesses for court testimony, and ensures clients or victims/families are kept informed on status of cases.
 
4. Gathers, prepares and presents evidence, exhibits and related material for trials or hearings.
 
5. Represents the State and client in trials and hearings by: 
 conducting jury selection,
 
 presenting opening statements,
 
 conducting direct and cross-examinations of witnesses, and
 
 presenting closing arguments.
 
6. Participates in settlement or plea-bargain negotiations.
 
7. Prepares necessary legal documents if settlement or plea-bargain agreement is reached and ensures signatures are secured and documents filed as required.
 
8. Performs other duties as assigned.
 QUALIFICATIONS
 
Education, Experience and Training: 
Graduation from an accredited law school. No experience required.
 
Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 
Requires a current license to practice law in the State of Texas.
 
Physical/Environmental Requirements: 
Standard office and court room environment.

0000003510.ATTORNEY I.DISTRICT ATTORNEY 'S OFFICE

JOB DESCRIPTION
 Assists prosecutors in the preparation of subpoenas and routing slips to ensure presence of witnesses in court and at examining trials; schedules and monitor assigned cases to ensure cases are processed expeditiously and in accordance with established procedures; and assists with legal research of issues as directed. Work assignments are complex in nature where considerable judgement, tact, creativity and initiative are required in resolving problems and performing tasks that may be confidential or sensitive in nature in accordance with policy.
 RESPONSIBILITIES
 1. Schedules witness arrival and departure times for interviews and trials, schedules and monitors assigned cases to ensure cases are processed expeditiously and in accordance with established procedures, and performs various other duties associated with the preparation for court, as dictated by the Judge of the court and assigned prosecutors.
 
2. Researches legal issues at the direction of the prosecutor.
 
3. Drafts routine correspondence; processes, compiles and copies forms, legal documents and other materials; ensures case information is organized; and maintains current policy and trial notebooks.
 
4. Serves as a liaison between prosecutors, attorneys, Judges, witnesses, victims, granting and law enforcement agencies, and other County departments; and responds to and/or resolves inquiries, problems, issues and exceptions.
 
5. Ensures applicable equipment is available and in workable condition in the courtrooms.
 
6. Advises victims of rights and compensation entitlement in conjunction with the Victim Witness Division.
 
7. Notarizes documents, orders supplies, distributes mail, prepares statistical data and coordinates the transportation of County witnesses with the Victim Witness Division.
 
8. Performs other duties as assigned.
 QUALIFICATIONS
 
Education, Experience and Training: 
Education and experience equivalent to an Associates Degree from an accredited college or university in job related field of study. One (1) year legal experience.
 
Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 
Ability to operate office equipment. Knowledge of computer applications and standard word processing software. Ability to enter data. Knowledge of criminal justice system. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, organize, plan, and process work, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public. Ability to make decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
 
Physical/Environmental Requirements: 
Standard office environment. May require prolonged kneeling, sitting, standing, walking, and the ability to lift and carry files, boxes, and other materials up to 25 lbs., unassisted.

0000001696.LEGAL ASSISTANT.PUBLIC DEFENDER

0000003332.ATTORNEY I.DISTRICT ATTORNEY 'S OFFICE

JOB DESCRIPTION
 With minimal supervision and oversight, performs advanced legal work in the area assigned. Work involves litigation and legal research; drafting legal documents; and interpreting laws, rules, and regulations. Work is performed under general direction with authority to make tactical and legal decisions in connection with assigned cases OR prosecutes the more complex general or special-category felony cases in assigned court. Performs case evaluation, preparation and management; represents the state in pre-trial and evidentiary hearings and jury/court trials; and ensures effective communications with defense attorneys, court personnel, victims and family members, witnesses, and other interested parties.
 RESPONSIBILITIES
 Legal Compliance, understand and apply the law regarding what information must be released and what is protected under the PIA.
 
Work on assigned PIAs: coordinate with departments regarding providing responsive documents, reviewing/redacting documents, assessing legal exceptions to disclosure, conducting necessary legal research on applicable law, preparing cost letters, and preparing documents for release.
 
Review criminal case files, identify responsive records to PIA, ensure legal compliance for sensitive/confidential information, and liaise with district attorney’s office regarding handling of PIA.
 
Meet PIA deadlines, including deadline to deadlines to submit Attorney General exception letter(s).
 
Respond to department and requestor communications regarding PIAs.
 
Advise and train/assist in training paralegals on handling PIA requests, including on applicable law.
 
Handle third party PIA complaints, including gathering information and drafting assessment.
 
Send third party interest letters, where applicable, to persons with an interest in the information the subject of a PIA request.
 
Performs other duties as assigned.
 QUALIFICATIONS
 
Education, Experience and Training: 
Graduation from an accredited law school with a current license to practice law in the State of Texas. Two (2) years and six (6) months of experience practicing law. Experience as lead prosecutor for all levels of felony offenses, serving as lead counsel in conjunction with civil litigation, or extensive appellate work on direct appeals is required.
 
Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 
Requires a current license to practice law in the State of Texas.
 
Physical/Environmental Requirements: 
Normal office environment.
 
Disclaimer: 
This is an “at will” position with no civil service or other appellate rights. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

0000008715.ATTORNEY IV.DISTRICT ATTORNEY-JUVENILE

JOB DESCRIPTION
 With minimal supervision and oversight, performs advanced legal work in the area assigned. Work involves litigation and legal research; drafting legal documents; and interpreting laws, rules, and regulations. Work is performed under general direction with authority to make tactical and legal decisions in connection with assigned cases OR prosecutes the more complex general or special-category felony cases in assigned court. Performs case evaluation, preparation and management; represents the state in pre-trial and evidentiary hearings and jury/court trials; and ensures effective communications with defense attorneys, court personnel, victims and family members, witnesses, and other interested parties.
 RESPONSIBILITIES
 1. Evaluates criminal complaints in order to decide whether or not to accept or reject the case for prosecution, to determine the appropriate charge to be filed and to prepare the required documentation for indictment.
 
2. Evaluates assigned case or lawsuit by: · reviewing documentation, · conducting necessary legal research on applicable law, · interviewing witnesses or persons with knowledge of the case, · gathering evidence, and · determining most appropriate action(s) to be taken.
 
3. Drafts, files and responds to necessary motions, briefs, or other legal documents for trial and/or hearing.
 
4. Explains legal process to potential witnesses and prepares witnesses for court testimony and ensures client of victim/family kept informed on status of case.
 
5. Gathers, prepares, and presents evidence, exhibits, and related material for trial or hearing.
 
6. Represents the State or client in trial and hearings by: · conducting jury selection, · presenting opening statements, · conducting direct and cross-examinations of witnesses, and · presenting closing arguments.
 
7. Negotiates settlements or plea-bargain. Obtains approval, if necessary, of plea-bargain agreement if reached.
 
8. Prepares necessary legal document if settlement or plea-bargain agreement is reached and ensures proper signatures are secured and documents filed as required.
 
9. Manages court docket and case schedules to ensure court deadlines are met and records and documentation are accurate and up-to-date.
 
10. Trains or assists in training Attorneys I, II, and III.
 
11. On an as needed basis, may perform some of the duties of the Section Chief on a short-term temporary basis.
 
12. Performs other duties as assigned.
 QUALIFICATIONS
 
Education, Experience and Training: 
Graduation from an accredited law school with a current license to practice law in the State of Texas. Two (2) years and six (6) months of experience practicing law. Experience as lead prosecutor for all levels of felony offenses, serving as lead counsel in conjunction with civil litigation, or extensive appellate work on direct appeals is required.
 
Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 
Requires a current license to practice law in the State of Texas.
 
Physical/Environmental Requirements: 
Normal office environment.
 
Disclaimer: 
This is an “at will” position with no civil service or other appellate rights. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

1000000644.ATTORNEY IV.DA-BORDER PROSECUTION

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